Casey Donahue

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Originally from Pennsylvania, Casey graduated from Fairfield University with a major in journalism and a minor in political science. He has covered several towns in Fairfield County since 2010. Case was formerly an assistant managing editor at Daily Voice.

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Harrison, NY
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Harrison High School Ranks Among Nation's "Most Challenging" Harrison High School Ranks Among Nation's "Most Challenging" Harrison High School Ranks Among Nation's "Most Challenging"
Harrison High School Ranks Among Nation's "Most Challenging" HARRISON, N.Y. -- Harrison High School was recently named one of the most challenging the country in the Washington Post's Most Challenging High Schools 2013 listing. Harrison was ranked No. 356 in the entire country out of more than 2,000 public and private schools. In the Northeast region, Harrison was listed No. 41 out of 264 schools. Out of the 129 New York schools that made the list, Harrison was ranked 29th. “We are extremely proud of this accomplishment as it acknowledges our district’s sustained focus on excellence and equity, challenging all of our students to enroll in the most …

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Rye, NY
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Rye High School Ranks Among Nation's "Most Challenging" Rye High School Ranks Among Nation's "Most Challenging" Rye High School Ranks Among Nation's "Most Challenging"
Rye High School Ranks Among Nation's "Most Challenging" RYE, N.Y. -- Rye High School was recently named one of the most challenging in the country in the Washington Post's Most Challenging High Schools 2013 listing. Rye was ranked No. 183 in the country out of more than 2,000 public and private schools. In the Northeast region, Rye was listed No. 16 out of 264 schools. Out of the 129 New York schools that made the list, Rye was ranked 10th. “The recently published rankings from the Washington Post reaffirm the pride and enthusiasm that is found in the Rye City School District,” said Rye High School Principal Patricia Taylor. “I am proud of the…

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Rye, NY
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WestMed Hosts Women's Health Series This Month In Rye WestMed Hosts Women's Health Series This Month In Rye WestMed Hosts Women's Health Series This Month In Rye
WestMed Hosts Women's Health Series This Month In Rye RYE, N.Y. -- WestMed Medical Group will host a series of educational events in Rye this month in celebration of Women's Health Week. Urologist Grace Biggs will present "Don't Let OAB Slow You Down" on Monday, May 13 at 6:30 p.m. On Tuesday, May 14 Cardiologist Amanda Ganem will discuss "Health for Women" at 5 p.m. At 6:30 p.m. on May 14 OB/GYN Elizabeth Legatt will discuss "Living with Menopause." On Wednesday, May 15 OB/GYN Bonnie Eilen will present "Decoding HPV." All events are free and will be held at the Rye office of WestMed, 1 Theall Road. You can register for as many events as you…

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Port Chester, NY
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Port Chester Increases Parking Meter Fees And Hours Port Chester Increases Parking Meter Fees And Hours Port Chester Increases Parking Meter Fees And Hours
Port Chester Increases Parking Meter Fees And Hours PORT CHESTER, N.Y. -- It will soon cost Port Chester residents and other visitors more to park their cars at a meter downtown. The Board of Trustees approved a a measure Monday to increase the rates and time of parking meters both on the street and in parking lots. Currently a quarter buys 20 minutes at a meter, but with this measure it will only buy 15 minutes, essentially raising the cost of parking from 75 cents per hour to $1 per hour. The board also extended the hours that parking meters will be in effect. Meters will be in effect until 9 p.m., rather than the current times of 6 p.m.…

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Rye, NY
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Rye Shoots Down Bow Hunting Idea To Deal With Deer Rye Shoots Down Bow Hunting Idea To Deal With Deer Rye Shoots Down Bow Hunting Idea To Deal With Deer
Rye Shoots Down Bow Hunting Idea To Deal With Deer RYE, N.Y. -- Rye has decided not to go ahead with a proposed bow hunting program to cull its deer population.  The city had considered partnering with Westchester County to use bow hunters to hunt deer at the Jay Heritage Center and the Marshlands Conservancy, in the hope that it would reduce overpopulation. The city is stepping back and will not go through that program, City Council member Catherine Parker said at the last council meeting. There were concerns that the bow hunting program could make the deer overpopulation in the nearby Greenhaven neighborhood worse, rather than better. …

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Rye, NY
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Build And Explore At The Marshlands In Rye This Weekend Build And Explore At The Marshlands In Rye This Weekend Build And Explore At The Marshlands In Rye This Weekend
Build And Explore At The Marshlands In Rye This Weekend RYE, N.Y. -- The Marshlands Conservancy in Rye is hosting several events this weekend for nature lovers. Volunteers are wanted from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday to help on a work project to create an outdoor classroom. Oak stumps cut from Hurricane Sandy will be turned into seats for a mini auditorium. Hand tools will be provided, but bring your own work gloves. Meet in the visitor's center. On Sunday, there will be a spring bird migration hike at 7:30 a.m. The Marshlands has habitats for warblers, vireos and many other birds who will be returning from their southern journey. Bring your own binoc…

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Port Chester, NY
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Port Chester Schools Announce Spring Concert Schedule Port Chester Schools Announce Spring Concert Schedule Port Chester Schools Announce Spring Concert Schedule
Port Chester Schools Announce Spring Concert Schedule PORT CHESTER, N.Y. -- Port Chester's young musicians will showcase their talents over the coming weeks when the schools host their spring concerts. On Wednesday, May 1 the Port Chester High School concert choir, select chorus, women's choir, symphonic band and jazz band will perform under the direction of Linda Penney and Bob Vitti. The concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. King Street School will hold its concert on Monday, May 6 at Port Chester Middle School. The third grade singers and recorders, the fourth and fifth grade glee clubs, and the fifth grade band will perform under the direction…

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Rye, NY
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Seasonal Ban On Leaf Blowers In Rye Starts Wednesday Seasonal Ban On Leaf Blowers In Rye Starts Wednesday Seasonal Ban On Leaf Blowers In Rye Starts Wednesday
Seasonal Ban On Leaf Blowers In Rye Starts Wednesday RYE, N.Y. -- The seasonal ban on leaf blowers in Rye will begin May 1. Both gas and electric leaf blowers are prohibited from being used until Sept. 30. The City Council passed the seasonal ban on leaf blower use back in 2008 in response to concerns raised by residents over air quality and noise. Lawn mowers and outdoor vacuum cleaners are permitted, except between 8 p.m. and 8 a.m. on weekdays and 6 p.m. and 10 a.m. on weekends. Police sent out a message asking residents to remind their landscapers about the ban.

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Rye, NY
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Rye Hosts 'Ask Astorino' Town Hall Meeting Wednesday Rye Hosts 'Ask Astorino' Town Hall Meeting Wednesday Rye Hosts 'Ask Astorino' Town Hall Meeting Wednesday
Rye Hosts 'Ask Astorino' Town Hall Meeting Wednesday RYE, N.Y. -- Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino will be in Rye Wednesday night for his next "Ask Astorino" town hall meeting. This is Astorino's first town hall meeting since his "State of the County" address last week in White Plains. Astorino will share his administration's progress on his top three goals: providing tax relief, preserving essential services and promoting economic development. He will also present plans to reinvent Rye Playland. Residents are encouraged to bring any questions or ideas that they would like to discuss with Astorino face-to-face. You can also submit …

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Rye, NY
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Orthodox Christians Celebrate Holy Week In Rye Orthodox Christians Celebrate Holy Week In Rye Orthodox Christians Celebrate Holy Week In Rye
Orthodox Christians Celebrate Holy Week In Rye RYE, N.Y. -- The Greek Orthodox Church of Our Saviour in Rye will join 250 million Orthodox Christians around the world in celebrating Holy Week this week. The church will hold several services leading up to Pascha (Easter) on Sunday. On Holy Monday and Holy Tuesday, the church will conduct the Service of the Bridegroom at 7 p.m. The services will include the Hymns of Repentance. On Holy Wednesday, members will be anointed with the Sacrament of Holy Unction at 7 p.m. This ceremony is intended to cleanse, renew and strengthen members both spiritually and physically. The church will hold th…

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